Does Pine River have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Pine River does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Pine River?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is no coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and no coverage for Verizon.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Pine River?

Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Pine River. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Pine River, try setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts

Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Pine River?

There are 4 campsites at Pine River and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts

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ALERT: STAGE 2 FIRE BAN NOW IN EFFECT! Due to increased risk of wildfires, the San Juan National Forest fire managers have issued restrictions on campfires, smoking, and other activities within the forest. These restrictions begin August 8, 2025.This is from Order #02-13-00-25-13 and is in effect until December 31, 2025 or unless rescinded earlier.Restrictions include:

Building, maintaining, attending, or using a fire, campfire, or stove fire, including a charcoal fire and pellet fire on all National Forest System lands. Portable cooking stoves, lanterns, and heating devices using liquefied or bottled fuel, such as propane, are allowed as they can be switched off instantly.
Smoking, except within an enclosed vehicle or building, a designated campground, or while stopped in an area at least three feet in diameter that is barren or cleared of all flammable material.
Possessing, discharging, or using any kind of firework or other pyrotechnic device is prohibited year-round on national forest lands.
Operating or using any internal or external combustion engine without a spark arresting device properly installed, maintained, and in effective working order.

Pine River is located in the San Juan National Forest near Bayfield, CO. The terrain consists of forested areas with a river nearby, offering opportunities for fishing and hiking. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 80°F in summer, and nearby attractions include Vallecito Lake and the Weminuche Wilderness.

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US Forest Service

San Juan National Forest

Overview

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. If this option is available, you will need to__first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival__as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

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